Guide to early symptoms of all diseases and disorders
Malaria is a mosquito-born infectious disease. It is caused by a eukaryotic protist of the genus plasmodium. Its occurrence can be seen more in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Parts of the Americas (22 countries) and major areas of Asia and Africa are regions where malaria has spread already. More than 250 million cases of malaria, [...]
The joint between the mandible and the skull, the temporomandibular joint is surrounded by a cartilage. TMJ disorder otherwise known as lockjaw is a condition which affects this cartilage. There are a good number of symptoms to indicate this disorder. The symptoms of lockjaw vary depending upon the age of the person and the severity [...]
It does not take a long time for ear infections to show themselves. Bacteria, virus or a sinus infection are said to be the main causes of infections in the ear. Also, ear infection can get developed if the bacteria is allowed to multiply inside the ear as a breeding ground if water is not [...]
Attention Deficit Disorder is a neurological disorder affecting all ages and is commonly referred to as ADD. Distractibility, forgetfulness, concentration problems, poor attention span and impulsiveness are considered a few major Attention Deficit Disorder symptoms. Causes Although no specific cause for this disorder has been identified till date, a general assumption is that the condition [...]
When an allergic reaction turns dangerous and life-threatening upon a substance, Anaphylactic Shock is developed. This condition occurs under various circumstances and not as generally perceived by people as a reaction to certain medicines or food substances like penicillin or peanuts. However, it’s occurrence is generally seen not until second exposure. As the person will [...]
Dry socket or Alveolar Osteitis is one of the most serious tooth extraction complexities. Generally, after undergoing tooth extraction, the patient is advised to keep a small piece of cotton and gauze on the empty socket for a short period of half an hour. Once the extraction is done, the patient is also advised not [...]
In the list of several anxiety disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is most noticed. If a person suffers from irrational thoughts or obsessions, he is said to be afflicted with obsessive compulsive disorder. Compulsions are actions that can be co-related with obsessive thoughts. When a person is afflicted with obsessive-compulsive disorders symptoms (OCD), he starts [...]
Pancreatic cancer is very hard to detect as most pancreatic cancer symptoms show up only after it reaches an advanced stage. The adenocarcinoma type is the most common type of pancreatic cancer diagnosed and therefore its symptoms are described first. The pancreatic cancer symptoms can vary depending on which part of the pancreas is affected. [...]
The condition in which the appendix suffers from inflammation is called appendicitis. It is attached to the large intestine. If appendicitis is left untreated, it can result in the death of the person. The purpose of this organ is not fully understood and the only thing that is certain is that its removal does not [...]
It is often observed by doctors that cold and strep throat symptoms are common ailments for most of the patients. If you are looking for useful information about how to detect whether you are under the attack of the ailment called strep throat or sore throat, then you are sure to find many useful tips [...]
Fibromyalgia is derived from a combination of Latin and Greek words. Fibro is a Latin for fibrous tissue, while myo and algos are Greek for muscle and pain respectively. This chronic disorder is characterized by pain throughout the body. This pain usually starts at one point and then spreads to other regions. The symptoms of [...]
One of the different learning disorders is dyslexia. People with this disorder face difficulty in learning new things. The symptoms for dyslexia vary from one person to another. The various symptoms for this learning disorder during pre-school and kindergarten classes are can’t tie shoelaces, starts speaking late, gets confused about directional concepts and words, mixes [...]
Diabetes is a disease caused by the body’s inability to control the level of sugar in the blood. There are two types of diabetes – inability to produce insulin (type 1) and body’s inability to use the insulin produced (type 2). Knowledge of diabetes symptoms is essential for early diagnosis. The symptoms of diabetes type [...]
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Commonly known as tetanus, the term “lockjaw” is self-explanatory, referring to the condition of extreme stiffness along with spasms that are instigated by the rigidity in the skeletal or facial muscles. Unlike some of the other ailments that affect humans, you can easily detect the early symptoms of lockjaw by noticing any of the following [...]
Pneumonia is a disease that is caused by fungi, bacteria, and viruses and the symptoms for each vary. Pneumonia symptoms caused by bacteria: 1. Fever (Need not be for adults) 2. Fast shallow breathing 3. Fatigue & breathless feeling 4. Fast heartbeat 5. Shaking teeth 6. Cough 7. Teeth-chattering chills 8. Diarrhea 9. Nausea along [...]
Scurvy is due to the lack of vitamin C in human diet, which enables the body to produce collagen. Scurvy symptoms are different based on advancement of the disease and age of the patient. The early scurvy symptoms are Feeling tired and low in energy (Lethargy) Joint pain (Arthralgia) Muscle pain (Myalgia) Feeling uncomfortable and [...]
The symptoms of depression are classified into five areas – behaviour, mood, physical, thinking, and social. 1. Behaviour symptoms Tend to either avoid family and friends or become too dependent on them Gets angry very easy Cries a lot Increase in consumption of drugs and alcohol No longer interested in activities that used to give [...]
Generally, in some cases, it happens in such a way that one ailment leads to another because of failing to notice its early signs and symptoms. One such health problem is dehydration. One of the most common causes known to lead to the situation called dehydration is the lack of sufficient water supply to the [...]
HPV is the abbreviation for Human Papilloma virus, causative agent of some STDs. The virus is a known cause of cervical cancer in women and has over hundred different strains. The symptoms of HPV are genital warts that tend to take the appearance of little cauliflower florets. Their can be either be raised or flat [...]
Lyme disease is caused by bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and the carrier of this bacterium is the deer tick. EM or erythema migrans is mostly a circular rash and the first symptom of this disease. It affects around 70-80% of the people infected by the bacterium. The rash does not appear immediately and takes anywhere between [...]
Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder in which the patient has muscle weakness and tends to loose muscle tissue, which gets worse as time progresses. The types of muscular dystrophy are mitochondrial myopathies, Landouzy-Dejerine muscular dystrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Myotonic muscular dystrophy, Limb-girdle muscular dystrophies, and Becker’s muscular dystrophy. Muscular dystrophy symptoms vary for each [...]
Cerebral palsy is not a single disorder, but a group of disorders that involves body movement. The Cerebral Palsy is due to two reasons – 1.Faulty development of the brain that controls posture and motor movement 2.Damage of the brain that controls posture and motor movement There are four types of cerebral palsy Ataxic Athetoid [...]
Celiac disease is both an autoimmune and a digestive disorder. The other names for this disease are gluten-sensitive enteropathy and celiac sprue. People with celiac disease cannot tolerate gluten, which is a type of protein that can be found in certain grains. When these people eat food that has gluten in them like wheat, their [...]
Cystic Fibrosis or CF is a genetic disorder involving the mucus glands. The disease affects both the digestive and respiratory systems along with the reproductive system and sweat glands. This gene responsible for this disease is recessive, or in other words you need to have two of the defective genes to actually have the disease. [...]
Commonly known as the silent killer, high blood pressure often goes unnoticed since the affected persons mistake it for other types of illnesses. Hence, it is handy to be aware of the most commonly felt symptoms that indicate the presence of high blood pressure. They are generally classified as: 1. Early symptoms 2. Coincidental symptoms [...]
The very first time you first look at the word “schizophrenia”, you are most likely to feel that there is something weird about it. Indeed, you are right! This is quite a complicated ailment that is difficult to be diagnosed early and that too correctly. However, there are distinctive common symptoms of schizophrenia that are [...]
All of these—common cold, flu, sinus and allergy—are known to have a few things in common. If you are interested in knowing more about the various types of sinus infections and the associated sinus infection symptoms, you can rest assured to find useful information. In general, the symptoms of sinus differ according to the affected [...]
Even though headaches are as common as colds, the fact that not every headache can be taken lightly is worthy to be taken note of. Migraine is known as a neurological disorder that is capable of disrupting your day-to-day activities in a big way. One of them, capable of bringing your normal life activities to [...]
Instigated by a diverse range of factors such as age, smoking, drug or alcohol abuse or other hereditary factors, colon or colorectal cancer is known as the cancer of the large intestine, more specifically colon. Common colon cancer symptoms: Even though there are hardly any symptoms of cancer seen or taken seriously in the early [...]
The digestive system has a hollow organ called the stomach, which converts food into liquid that can be easily observed by the body. The stomach has five layers – serosa, subserosa, muscle layer, submucosa, and mucosa. Mucosa is the place where most of the stomach cancers start and symptoms mostly start from this region. The [...]
The problem with the various types of cancers is that it affects the brain in one form or the other. More so, in the case of Brain Tumor, the brain is directly affected unlike metastasis. Moreover, the symptoms vary according to the location and size of the tumor. In addition, it may sometimes mimic other [...]
Cancer is caused when the body’s basic unit, the cell, starts dividing and multiplying in an uncontrollable manner. Hence, in the case of throat cancer, the voice box, the voice chord and the nearby areas in the throat are affected by cancer. It is also known as laryngeal cancer or vocal chord cancer. Usually instigated [...]
The tumor growth that takes place in the prostate gland is called Prostate Cancer. The gland is found in the male reproductive system. The purpose of the prostate gland is to secrete a substance that nourishes the sperm when it outside the body. This substance contains sugar and minerals. The cancer shows very little or [...]
There are three types of plagues – bubonic plague, septicemic plague and pneumonic plague. The word bubonic comes from bubo which is a Greek word for swollen glands. Yersinia pestis is the bacterium responsible for bubonic plague. The plague incubation period can be anything between two and six days. This period is the time needed [...]
The spinal cord and the brain are covered by a membrane called the meninges. Meningitis is a disease in which the meninges become inflamed. This disease is fatal if left untreated. Meningitis is very hard to identify as the symptoms overlap with other common diseases including flu. Meningitis symptoms vary for Baterial Meningitis and Viral [...]
Known in a similar vein as colorectal or colon cancer, bowel cancer is diagnosed by symptoms that resemble other illnesses like Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS. Hence, it would prove very helpful to you to have a basic knowledge about the symptoms, in both the early and the later stages. You can detect the early [...]
The cancer that affects the bone marrow is called Leukemia. General symptoms of Leukemia 1. Abdominal distress: Organs like spleen, liver and kidney can be enlarged due to the collection of leukemia cells. 2. Anemia: Due to low number of healthy blood cells children develop anaemia. These children not only look pale, but also feel [...]
Commonly known as hyperglycemia, high blood sugar is hazardous to many internal organs such as the heart, the urinary tract and the kidney. Hence, it is always better to be aware of the symptoms of this ailment, which are generally divided into three main categories as: Mild symptoms of high blood sugar: Frequent urge to [...]
The lungs are an important organ in the whole respiratory system that is used to breathe. They bring in oxygen into our body. Hence, it becomes all the more important to protect them from ailments like cancer. If you experience any of the following symptoms that indicate lung cancer, then it is good to seek [...]
A first glance at the term “tennis elbow” might lead anyone to guess that this is something confined only to tennis players, but the truth is that it is rather found among all people. Tennis Elbow is allso known as lateral epicondylitis, it is a condition wherein there is inflammation of the tendons witnessed outside [...]
If you are looking for useful information about the symptoms associated with thyroid cancer, you are sure to find relevant details here. The thyroid is an important organ in the whole endocrine system. When the cells in this organ start dividing and developing in an uncontrollable manner, it leads to the condition diagnosed as thyroid [...]
Adrenal Fatigue (Hypoadrenia) is believed to be a type of disorder in human beings that is caused due to the inability of the adrenal glands to produce enough quantity of hormones Some mainstream institutions have not recognized this presumed disorder as a medical condition. There are a list of symptoms for adrenal fatigue which are [...]
Anaemia is a medical condition in which the patient has less number of red blood cells count or has a less amount of hemoglobin content in their blood. The primary function of the red blood cells is to carry the oxygen from the lungs and pass it onto other organs of our body. There are [...]
Bladder is a hollow organ in the lower abdomen which stores urine in our body before excretion. The outer layer of the bladder is covered with transitional cells and squamous cells. About 90 percentage of bladder cancer begin with transitional cells and are called ‘transitional cell carcinoma’. Other eight to ten percentage of bladder cancer [...]
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The two basic types of kidney cancer are Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) and Urothellal Cell Carcinoma (UCC). These two are totally different types of cancer and require different cure. Renal Cell Carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer. UCC can also be known as transitional Cell Carcinoma(TCC), the second most common type of [...]
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Exposure to excessive sunlight is known to cause many abnormalities and one of them is skin cancer. There are certain skin cancer symptoms that are prominently visible. They are: 1. Any kind of new growth seen on the skin 2. A wound or a sore that refuses to be healed easily 3. Visible changes witnessed [...]
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Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorders that is caused mainly due to the lack of enough amount of hemoglobin in blood cells. In this case the hemoglobin breaks down sooner than usual thereby resulting in excessive destruction of red blood cells. There are two basic types of Thalassemia: 1. Alpha Thalassemia: This is caused when [...]
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One amongst number of viruses caused by a mosquito bite is Dengue fever. These diseases can occur to people of all age groups who have a low immunity and it is not contagious which means that it doesn’t spread. When a mosquito carrying dengue fever bites a normal person, the virus multiplies in that person’s [...]
Mononucleosis is an infection caused by Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). EBV occurs during the adolescent age and not at the childhood and more than 50% of the time, it causes infectious mononucleosis. Mono is usually present in saliva and mucus. Hence it may be mainly transmitted from one person to other by kissing each other. The [...]
Influenza is a disease that is commonly referred to as flu. It is an infection caused by RNA viruses. The Flu is a viral infection affecting mainly the respiratory organs such as the nose, throat, bronchi, lungs. It is usually transmitted by a 100% of air, by sneezing or by cough. Kids and babies are [...]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a medical disorder that is caused due to the tension at the carpal tunnel that squeezes the median nerve running through it. The wrist is composed with a set of bones called carpus bones, tissues, tendons and a median nerve. The Enclosed narrow space between the bones and the wrist is [...]
Instigated by Varicella Zoster Virus or VZV, shingles is most commonly found contagious disease in people over 50 or even 60. Even though it has not been ascertained whether it is actually an after-effect of the attack of chickenpox, it is caused by a general weakness that occurs as a result of diseases like AIDS, [...]
Stomach flu or gastric flu medically known as gastroenteritis is a flu which is a result of the inflammation of the human gastrointestinal tract. Gastrointestinal tract consists of esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small and large intestines. This contagious infection is mainly due to a variety of viruses that ultimately result in diarrhea or vomiting. Gastroenteritis or [...]
Autism is a kind of developmental disorder. The person affected is mentally challenged as there is an impairment in the development and growth of brain or central nervous system. This results in several problems such as inability to interact socially and to communicate with others. It appears initially during infancy or childhood and then grows [...]
Measles is a highly contagious and fatal viral infection that is passed from one person to another by cough, sneeze or even by saliva or by droplets from the nose. Any contact with the person either by sex or by saliva can cause measles. There is a high probability for a person who is just [...]
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Before vaccination was practiced or introduced, mumps was a very common childhood disease that is caused by the mumps virus. Mumps virus is directly transmitted when in contact either by saliva or by cough, sneeze or by consuming contaminated products. Though the symptoms are not so serious in children, it causes complications such as infertility [...]
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Cholera is a bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Vibrio cholerae. It is an acute illness that is contracted when the bacteria infects the small intestine. Cholera is a diarrheal illness, meaning that it is a gastrointestinal disorder or disease. The spread of this epidemic disease occurs by contamination through a variety of media. Contamination [...]
Wheat allergy is nothing but a food allergy. Food allergy is a response by immune system to a food protein. Food protein is the allergic component in a food allergy. Immune system is responsible for protecting the body by identifying and killing the germs or pathogens and other harmful cells in the body. At times [...]
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Bird flu, the common name of Avian influenza, is a type of influenza that is endemic to birds. An influenza in general is an illness caused by one of many influenza viruses. The influenza causing viruses are adapted to a single particular type of host. Therefore, it is logical to say that all viruses that [...]
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Bone cancer may be contracted in two different ways. Either it may originate in the bones or it may get it from some other organ. In the first case, it is known as primary cancer. The second case, secondary or metastatic cancer is the one in which the bone tissue contracts cancerous cells that primarily [...]
Stomach ulcer medically termed as peptic ulcer is a hole or erosion of about 1/8 to 3/4 of an inch in the Gastrointestinal(GI) tract. The erosion is caused by Helicobacter pyroli (H. pyroli), a bacteria that resides in acidic region of the stomach. Use of inflammatory drugs such as aspirin and some NSAIDs (non-steroid anti-inflammatory [...]
Chron’s disease was named after gastroenterologist Burill Bernard Crohn. This is a medical condition in which the body’s immune system wrongly identifies the gastrointestinal tract as an intruder and attacks it. It is also known as granulomatous enteritis and colitis. It is locally called as inflammatory bowel disease. It mainly affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract [...]
Molds are kind of fungus present in the air. They get energy and food through organic matter in which they dwell and not by photosynthesis. When molds are inhaled into lungs, they cause allergies and irritation in respiratory system. Since mold particles are more in number than the pollens, mold allergies are more common in [...]
A reaction triggered by the immune system of the human body against one or more proteins in the milk from cow or any other animal forms milk allergy. The immune system wrongly identifies the proteins as intruders and start attacking thereby resulting in allergic reactions. The symptoms for this allergy differs with respect to the [...]
Allergies are caused by short-term inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the nasal passages. This condition is sometimes referred to as “Hay fever,”. The condition is commonly called so because it is caused by airborne pollens from trees, grasses, flowers, and weeds. Causes In allergies, airborne pollen from various seasonal plants—or, in some cases, [...]
Shellfish allergy is one of the more common food allergies. It affects almost around 2 per cent of the entire population. Usually, Food allergies are a result of faulty decisions made my the body’s immune system. This happens when the system quite incorrectly identifies certain kinds of food as invaders or intruders to the body. [...]
Allergic reactions are one of the most common problems experienced by a large percent of the population. Many people are perenially struck with some health problems like cough and runny nose that refuse to go and persist all round the year. A possible reason might be dust allergy. Dust allergies are caused by mites or [...]
Angina is one of the most common conditions. It involves mild to severe chest pain and discomfort .It can be better described as intense pressure, squeezing, feeling full or pain in the center of your chest that radiates outwards. Often, people who have experienced angina say that they felt a discomforting constriction or like something [...]
Acid reflux disease also known as Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) or Gastro Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or the gastric reflux disease disease as the name suggest is a damage to the esophagus due to abnormal and sudden reflux of stomach acid. Esophagus is the tube that is used for the intake of the food [...]
Herbicides and defoliants were used by the U.S. military in its herbicidal warfare program during the Vietnam War ( 1961 to 1971 ). The operation was named Agent Orange. The 55 US gallons (210 L) barrels in which it was shipped had stripes of orange color all over it thus gaining its name. Between 1965 [...]
ADHD or AD/HD or ADD is an Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a disorder identified as a neurobehavioral development disorder, which simply means some disorder in brain. The most visible symptoms of ADD / ADHD are inattention , distracting and hyperactive behaviors. There also exists difficulty in concentration and also in focusing. Symptoms of ADHD: Inattention [...]
Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus spread that is transmitted to people through the saliva of already infected animals. Usually, the rabies virus is transmitted to a human through an accidental animal bite. In large parts of the world, rabies is caused by bites from stray dogs. In developed countries such as [...]
A stroke medically called a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) is a emergency situation and must be rushed to hospital immediately. There is a rapid loss in brain functions due to interruption in supply of blood to the brain. A stroke can permanently impair a person physically or may even lead to death. It is the number [...]
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Disease relating to the nerves extending beyond the brain and the spinal cord defines the peripheral neuropathy. In general any threat to the nerves or peripheral nervous system refers to peripheral neuropathy. Those nerves that arise out of the spinal cord and progress to the different parts of the body are called the peripheral nerves. [...]
Panic attacks are caused due to intense fear which leads to symptoms that are felt in not more than ten minutes of time. Panic attack causes panic disorders when the symptom leads to another attack presuming the future. It is a reaction to the sympathetic nervous system that senses fear. The symptoms are similar to [...]
Lupus which is the common name for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a disease that is chronic and autoimmune disease that affects the connective tissue. It affects major parts of the body like heart, lungs, liver, kidneys and nervous system. Causes of lupus: Heredity: Lupus is mainly carried over by genes. The person necessarily need [...]
Thrush or Candidiasis is an infection caused by the fungus. It is one among the candida species. It is also known as yeast infection. The yeast grows in the baby’s tongue in some cases and in the throat among the adults. It usually occurs at the mouth and is also called as Oral Candidiasis. It [...]
Whiplash is associated with injuries caused due to accidents. The accidents occur mainly due to vehicle accidents or due to some motion. A sudden disturbance in the neck causes whiplash. Causes of whiplash: Usually the accidents that affect the spinal cord are referred to as whiplash. The primary cause of whiplash is car accident, mostly [...]
A network of neurons responsible for the motion in a body with coordination is called as extrapyramidal system. The extrapyramidal system gets affected in a number of ways thereby causing extra pyramidal symptoms (EPS), a set of symptoms that relate to the attack in the extrapyramidal system. Causes of extrapyramidal symptoms: Use of antipsychotic drug [...]
Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever (EHF) is a fatal disease, caused by a virus named ebola virus abbreviated as EBOV responsible for Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever (EHF). This is one of the most virulent diseases affecting humankind. Ebola virus is transmitted by direct contact with the infected person’s blood, body fluids and tissues. Any contact with infected dead [...]
Cirrhosis is a chronic medical condition in which the liver tissues are replaced by excess formation of fibrous tissues called fibrosis. Cirrhosis causes: Blockage of blood flow through the liver. Restriction for the liver to control infections. Obstruction to the liver from removing bacteria and toxins from the blood. Impair in the ability of liver [...]
Bulimia or Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder where the person suffers from uncontrollable eating called as binge eating. It is then followed by behaviors such as vomiting, excessive consumption of laxatives to loosen bowel movements and and diuretics to increase the urinary flow, fasting. It is usually difficult to determine if a person is [...]
Valley fever which is medically called as coccidioidomycosis and is also known by many other names such as the California disease or the desert rheumatism or the San Joaquin valley fever. This is a fungal infection caused by Coccidioides immitis. The Coccidioides immitis resides in the soil and the non contagious infection is caused by [...]
Osteoporosis is a disease related to bone that has an increased risk of developing a fracture. This may be formed due to reduction in bone mineral density (BMD), disruption of architecture of the bone or the alteration in the variety of proteins in the body. The bone becomes very brittle that even the slightest fall [...]
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles that helps in providing the balance and stabilization to the shoulders. It assists in simple movements as lifting the arm up, down and rotating it towards and away from the body. Rotator cuff problems: These are the group of muscles that is frequently injured by tears, bursitis, [...]
Neuralgia refers to the pain that occur in the nerves. They are categorized by the type and occurrence of the pain. Though this defect is common among elderly persons, it can possibly occur in any age. Causes of Neuralgia: Though the cause of neuralgia is usually unknown in many cases, certain chemicals, inflammations, trauma or [...]
A form of cancer known as mesothelioma is caused by the inhalation of asbestos fibers, particles and dust. Mesothelioma is at times characterized as a lot of tiny lumps which are otherwise nodules in the pleura. In time, it leads up to not showing up on the scans or x-rays until they become big. This [...]
When the digestive tract of the human body is infected by adult parasitic flatworms called cestodes or tapeworms, tapeworm infestation occurs. When a person consumes undercooked food or uncooked food, live tapeworm larvae otherwise known as coenuri are ingested. A large tapeworm can also develop from a larva if it enters the digestive tract. Most [...]
The bacterium, Staphylococcus aureus which is also called by the nickname, golden staph infection can be seen present on the skin or in the nose of a healthy person. It’s presence can cause illnesses ranging from minor skin infections such as pimples, boils, and cellulitis to extreme and grievous diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis, endocarditis [...]
The process of aging is quite natural and normal in all living organisms. When the thought of growing old arises in human beings, they naturally become precarious and apprehensive. It is generally presumed that wrinkles and skin issues are the only problems that come along with age. When a old aged person’s brain loses it’s [...]
The term endometriosis might be new to many people as most of them might not have heard of it. It can be really hard to understand and comprehend what this disease is really all about and even harder for people to realize what the implications of this disease is on the life of a person. [...]
The permanent damage caused to the airways of the lungs is known as emphysema. It is a lung disease. A steady shortness in breath can be seen as time goes for a person afflicted with this disease. It is caused by exposure to poisonous chemicals such as tobacco. Shortness of breath and shortened physical activity [...]
Rheumatoid arthritis is an ailment which mainly prevails in the small joints of the body. It is also know n as an autoimmune disease. The mainly affected parts of the body comprise of the fingers, wrists, elbows, ankles, and feet. Heart and the lungs are some of the internal organs that can be affected if [...]
MRSA otherwise known as Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus is a frequent and grievous illness. MRSA is generally constituted by a type of bacteria known as Staphylococcus aureus. In almost 25% of human beings, this kind of staph infection can be seen. It is very common and is visible in the nose or on the skin. [...]
Inflammation of the brain is generally referred to as Encephalitis. However, this brain inflammation is created as a result of a virus. Even though this disease is quite infrequent, it is still considered grievous and dangerous disease. Encephalitis is considered a viral infection which might occur from a mosquito borne or a tick borne virus. [...]
Caffeine withdrawal symptom is a very common sight among many people these days. This is mainly constituted when on an everyday basis, you take in coffee or any other energy drink more than to be recommended for. By constantly drinking large quantities of caffeine everyday, the human body gets ensnared to it. Caffeine is considered [...]
Zinc is an important mineral which is vital for protein synthesis as it regulates the generation of cells in the human immune system. It is prevalent in the muscles. It can also be found in high quantities in the red and white blood cells, the retina of the eye, bones, skin, kidneys, liver, and pancreas. [...]
Narcolepsy is generally referred to as a neurological disorder. In this, the people are affected by the loss of sleep or insomnia. In narcolepsy, the people tend to experience extreme daytime sleepiness and irregularities in falling asleep during the daytime. These unexpected sleep attacks take place mostly during the day time while indulged in any [...]
The head is connected to the rest of the body by the neck. The neck cancer generally originates from the upper aerodigestive tract which would include the mouth, nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, pharynx, and the larynx. The term neck cancer is given when any of these organs are affected with cancer. Symptoms of neck cancer [...]
Asperger Syndrome (AS) was first described by Hans Asperger in 1944 as a severe disorder characterized by major difficulties in social interaction, and restricted and unusual patterns of interest and behavior. Asperger symptoms which comes in the group of childhood disorders is described as a ‘pervasive development disorders’ and is also known to be a [...]
Diagnostic codes are used in the field of medicine to find out and classify the diseases, disorders, symptoms, and medical signs. The main function of these diagnostic codes is to measure the morbidity and mortality. As the header suggests, there will be many codes for some obvious reason and never a single code for all [...]
What is Fever? The normal temperature of our body is on an average 98.6 degrees Farhenheit. Any rise in this temperature will instantly lead to fever. Fever is considered to be the body’s defense mechanism. Our temperatures gets raised when our body is fighting infections. Hence, fever is a said to be a symptom of [...]
Diarrhea is known to be a very common disease to occur, especially amongst the children. Diarrhea is otherwise termed as the constant passage of loose stool almost everyday. This disease has been experienced by almost everyone in their lifetime. Diarrhea must be not taken lightly as the condition if goes on to become more continual [...]
Cold sores are generally caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 infection. They are fluid-filled lesions in nature and are also called as fever blisters. Cold sores at times result in fever which is generally because of allergies. This is also said to be the reason in the case of runny and/or itchy nose, [...]
When the body temperature of person drops below 35°C (95°F) when compared to the normal temperature of 37°C (98.6°F), hypothermia occurs. By staying in a cold environment, hypothermia is caused. Some of the means by which it is inflicted upon people is by the exposure to cold, rain, wind, sweat, inactivity or staying in cold [...]
Many people these days around the world are facing problems related to high cholesterol and low cholesterol symptoms. This is proving to be very difficult to for them. However, since the advent of the Internet, you can learn valuable information on how to recognize and tackle the high cholesterol symptoms. By learning the root causes [...]
Vertigo is the sensation felt within the physical self of a person that the surrounding may be in movement. In this, the person starts to feel the room or the surrounding around him to spin around or a feeling of motion in space. Both dizziness and vertigo are not considered the same thing as they [...]
Headaches are caused by several factors. These factors comprise of eyestrain, sinus cavities inflammation and grave diseases such as encephalitis, brain cancer and cerebral aneurysms. There are certain instances when some people face headaches when hungry or dehydrated. Tension headache is said to be the most common form of headache. When there is contraction of [...]
When an uncomfortable feeling or pain takes place in any area starting from the lower chest to the groin, it is known as stomach gas pain. Infection, malignancy, inflammation, trauma, obstruction and other bizarre ways are how this condition can result from. The pain in the digestive system is generally caused as a result of [...]
The feeling of light-headedness or fainting is normally used to term the condition dizziness. Weakness and loss of balance simultaneously come along with this feeling of light-headedness. Some other dizziness symptoms that one goes through are nausea and vomiting. Dizziness is generally termed as in when a person feels the surrounding moving around him/her. This [...]
When the body is unable to take in lactose, the sugar present in milk and other dairy products, the condition lactose intolerance occurs. During digestion, in order for the breakdown of lactose, an enzyme known as lactase is much needed. Lactose stays undigested if lactase is found missing or insufficient. The undigested lactose gets fermented [...]
The uneasiness of the stomach that often comes before vomiting is called as nausea. The forcible throwing up of stomach content through the mouth either through voluntary or involuntary means is called as vomiting. Almost everybody must have gone through vomiting during their infancy and early childhood. It is not really a disease but, a [...]
Hypothyroidism is the other known name for the deficiency caused in the thyroid. This condition normally causes the hormones to lose balance, leading whole range of symptoms that severely affect both the physical and mental health. Thyroid deficiency is generally caused as a result of the radiation treatments and disorders of the pituitary gland and [...]
For a person’s good health, potassium is considered as one of the most vital minerals. It has a very important role to play in the overall development of the body. Potassium deficiency symptoms are caused in the body due to several reasons. To get a better insight at potassium deficiency, you must learn the various [...]
Our body lets us know that something is wrong on our skin when a rash makes it’s appearance. A rash can take numerous forms. It may take the form of an array of red dots or as a huge spot covering the skin. This is otherwise termed as Petechial rash. This most common rash can [...]
Our body generally follows a particular sleep pattern. Going against it’s nature would prove not so fruitful. Both the body and the mind go into a state of induced sleep as the night approaches. When this cycle gets hindered or disturbed, the disorder insomnia occurs. This in turn, makes them feel sleepy during the day. [...]
Consuming alcoholic beverages on a regular and high basis can lead to a grave and serious condition known as alcohol poisoning. When excessive alcohol is consumed and made to enter the body, the central nervous system gets affected badly. This eventually leads to poisoning results. The blood alcohol content helps in measuring the alcohol level [...]
During the winter months, many people keep their doors and windows shut and employ heaters and radiators to drive away the chillness. These appliances if found to be faulty will lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. People get exposed to high levels of toxic gas emanating from these faulty home appliances. Continuous exposure to the burning [...]
Lead when ingested or inhaled can prove to be a life-threatening toxin. When high levels of lead get accumulated in the body, lead poisoning can occur. Lead poisoning generally occurs in a slow and steady process when exposed to it repeatedly in small amounts. The reaction can be the opposite if ingested or inhaled in [...]
People of almost all ages must have been affected by back pain at some point in their lives. This condition however mostly affects people between the age of 35 and 55 years. It is always the lower back that gets affected the most by back pain as a result of pressure exerted during physical activities. [...]
The reason behind the condition obesity is quite simple. When the body is made to take in more calories than recommended on a daily basis, fat is formed by the additional calories taken in. Obesity will eventually be formed over an extended period of time as a result of this continuing onset. The reason for [...]
When the human body undergoes certain changes and tries to cope withe the changing environment, stress happens. Both physical and emotional effects can be caused which can lead to either positive or negative outcomes during stress. You will be forced to either act in an excited manner or make you feel equally unhappy, burned out, [...]
When a person does any serious physical activity such as bending, picking up heavy objects, vigorous exercises, etc, he experiences, pain in the muscles otherwise known as muscle spasms. The treatment of the muscle spasms totally depend on the causes. Therefore, it is imperative to learn about the various muscle spasms causes in detail to [...]
Nose bleeding occurs when any serious trauma to the face is can caused resulting in nasal injury and bleeding. Nose bleeding is segregated into two classes. The upper nose bleeds The lower nose bleeds Lower nose bleeds usually happens with the lower end of the nose lower septum which is a partition segregating the two [...]
When there is any unnatural swelling or increase in the size of the abdominal area, bloating gets formed. Abdominal pain is experienced by the afflicted person as a result of a full and tight abdomen. This is then, accompanied by increased stomach grumbling. Bloating can be caused due to numerous factors. It is however mainly [...]
Multiple myeloma is otherwise known as cancer affecting the white blood cells situated in the bone marrow. The bone marrow is otherwise termed as plasma cells. The function of these plasma cells is to create proteins otherwise known as antibodies which lend a helping hand in tackling infections. The abnormal plasma cells replicate and get [...]
Almost everyone gets too tired or overworked at some point in their lives. Such a phase is called as fatigue. This kind of fatigue is generally identified and a likely remedy is also possible. This fatigue even takes a toll on the adrenal glands. When they are overworked, adrenal fatigue symptoms arise. Fatigue causes in [...]
Problems in the inner ear will result in the development of a disorder known as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). When the position of the head is changed, a spinning sensation is caused. This is also known as benign positional vertigo and repeated symptoms of it can lead to the disorder. Vertigo is otherwise called [...]
Warts are small tumors that develop on the hands, face and body. These are very common occurring in almost 50 percent of individuals on their skin at some point of their lives. They are considered to be harmless in nature. Many people want to get themselves treated as they are bothered that their appearance gets [...]
Exhaustion is aggravated to a great extent in the body with increasing worries, pressures, set-backs and responsibilities. This in turn makes the people not cope with their daily activities and make them feel tired. Exhaustion symptoms generally indicate a state of feeling unwell, either, physically or mentally. Multiple problems arise as a result of exhaustion [...]
The development of painful blisters on various parts of the body can be termed as herpes virus symptoms. The reason for the development of this infection is due to a virus called Herpes Simplex Virus otherwise known as HSV. HSV is segregated into two different types: HSV-1 & HSV-2 In HSV-1, oral herpes get developed. [...]
Whooping cough is a respiratory disease caused due to bacterial infection. It can also be termed as pertussis. Whooping cough was considered as a major reason for death across the world as there was no significant treatment available during the early 20th century. Whooping cough got its name because of the ‘whoop’ sound made when [...]
The West Nile Virus (WNV) mainly creates havoc by affecting the central nervous system and is considered a life-threatening illness. It is basically contracted through the bite of an infected mosquito. It is said that about 80% of people who contract WNV will not be facing any symptoms whatsoever at all. Hence, most of the [...]
When a person stops breathing for a short span of time of about 10 to 20 seconds during sleep, the condition is known as Sleep Apnea. This pattern continues without the person’s knowledge and for many times all through the night. When compared to children, adults suffer a lot more from this condition. And, when [...]
Heroin withdrawal symptoms have been made familiar to many people as they have been depicted to a great extent in both films and television series. People find quitting their drug habits difficult as the process of shrugging off from heroin and other opiates can be quite painful and abhorrent. Various methods can be employed to [...]
When a person starts smoking, the body is forced to ingest large quantities of nicotine and poison. On quitting this habit, the withdrawal symptoms come to the fore. The symptoms experienced will generally vary from person to person. However, it is advised that early steps for curbing the upcoming problems will help to a great [...]
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder which is very incessant in nature. It mainly affects the part of the brain which controls the muscle movements. Parkinson’s disease Causes Idiopathic Parkinson’s disease is said to be parkinsonism’s most common form. It is termed so because of it’s unknown cause. In case, the cause is either found [...]
The Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is considered as the causative agent of contagious mononucleosis and is also a constituting factor for the occurrence of two uncommon types of cancer such as Burkitt’s lymphoma Nasopharyngeal carcinoma Epstein-Barr Virus is commonly found in humans. It is referred to as the ‘Kissing disease‘ by some physicians. EBV is a [...]
‘Wisdom Teeth’ are otherwise commonly known as the third molars. They are called so as they tend to show up in a person’s dental structure during their late teens or in early twenties, the time when they supposedly must have gained wisdom. The number of wisdom teeth can vary in adults but, it is reckoned [...]
When a person experiences pain, stiffness and swellings around the joints, Osteoarthritis is said to have developed. This is generally caused due to total loss of cartilage cushion, prolonged spells of idleness or trauma. The osteoarthritis pain eventually leads to muscle spasm and contraction due to weather changes such as rise in humidity. If the [...]
Unless detected in the early stages and treated, Wilson’s disease can prove to be very dangerous and life-threatening. It is known to be a genetic disorder. Accumulation of excess copper in the body leads to Wilson’s disease, which is quite uncommon, affects about 1 in 30,000 people. Dr Samuel Wilson was the first person who [...]
When a person tends to experience any kind of discomfort or pain in the right or left side of the chest, it can be considered as chest pain. Chest pain is generally assessed by certain signs such as pressure, choking, numbness, squeezing or discomfort experienced in the neck, chest and upper parts of the abdomen. [...]
The joints in our body need to function properly as every movement employs one or the other joint in the body. A problem in any one joint can cause a lot of problems in our daily activity. Joint pain otherwise known as arthritis is being considered as one of the major health problems all over [...]
One of the types of mood disorders associated with the brain is Bipolar. Abnormal changes in a person can be noticed in the form of energy, mood and abilities. It can also be termed as Maniac Depression. In this condition, depression and mania will be experienced regularly throughout the lifespan of a person. Collectively, his [...]
Many people feel happy when they start to lose weight. By implementing a proper diet and exercising regularly, you can lose weight in the right proportion to a great extent. Weight loss must be taken as a matter of serious concern if the occurrence is sudden. Sudden weight loss is considered to be a symptom [...]
Anxiety is a condition pertaining to the mind (psychologically) and normal functioning of the body (physiologically) signified by somatic, emotional, cognitive and behavioral elements. Whenever stress makes an appearance in a person, anxiety is said to occur. However, anxiety disorder must be taken on a serious note when it becomes extreme. Anxiety generally makes its [...]
The large intestine or colon is the place where the waste material is stored until disposed off. The large intestine walls get weakened when a person ages and sacs or bulging pockets get formed as a result of the pressure caused by the waste materials on the intestinal walls. These sacs are referred to as [...]
The crater-like sores which appears on the borderline of the stomach and near the small intestine in the duodenum or esophagus are known as ulcers. They are otherwise referred to as peptic ulcers as they arise in the stomach and the duodenum. When there is an imbalance between both aggressive and defensive factors in the [...]
Borderline personality disorder is considered to be a potential psychological disorder characterized by pervasive mood fluctuations, unstable social connections, shaky self-image and some other behavior detrimental to one’s life and growth. The sense of self-identity gets disturbed and they idealize some people and disregard some others. When their aspirations are not fulfilled they become demoralized. [...]
After a person undergoes an extreme traumatic experience, the condition known as Post-traumatic Stress Disorder arises. Reasons like near-death experience, severe physical injury, serious accident, violence, war, torture, any event reminding of extreme fear or when a person starts to feel extremely helpless are said to be a few causes behind these traumatic experiences. This [...]
If the central nervous system consisting of the brain and the spinal cord is subjected to a chronic inflammatory sensation, it can be a case of multiple sclerosis. Due to chronic inflammation, the myelin sheath which covers the nerves in the brain is damaged or destroyed. The nerve fibers which lie beneath the myelin sheath [...]
The condition Preeclampsia arises when a woman reaches the second stage of her pregnancy. The woman tends to suffer from high blood pressure which is also characterized by an excess protein production in the urine. Body getting swollen, low platelet count and liver malfunctioning can also be included in this condition. Causes of Preeclampsia It [...]
When there is blood clot or thrombus formation in a deep vein, especially in the legs or arms, the condition Deep Vein Thrombosis occurs. Thrombophlebitis, otherwise known as inflammation of the vein normally accompanies deep vein thrombosis. The leg veins, such as the femoral or popliteal vein get affected by this condition. The veins of [...]
When the airflow in the lungs gets obstructed, a progressive disorder known as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) arises. It is chronic and lasts longer even for lifetime. COPD is not a disease in nature as generally perceived but, consists of any of the three conditions – chronic bronchitis, chronic asthma and emphysema. Women are [...]
Eyes form one of the most major organs in the human body. Any disturbance to them can cause partial or total blindness. It is imperative to take ample steps to protect them. Eye blindness can create problems by affecting his/her daily routine life. Night blindness Eyes of a human being may be suffering from “Night [...]
The development of a new tooth is known as Teething. Usually teething occurs when babies are of 3 months and continues till the age of 2 years. Parents wait anxiously to see the first tooth inside their child’s mouth. However, as the day arrives, the child will go through a tough phase of teething symptoms [...]
Tachycardia is the term used when the heart starts to experience a faster rate or when it exceeds the normal range of resting state. A person who is inactive or sleeping will have a resting heart rate and when it goes above this resting heart rate, tachycardia is said to have occurred. Every minute, an [...]
The kidney, the urinary bladder, the ureter and the urethra are the organs of urinary tract. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection which occurs when any of these organs are affected. The infection names depend on the organ affected. Cystitis or bladder infection (infection in the urinary bladder) Pyelonephritis (infection in the kidneys) [...]
When the entry of light to the crystalline lens of the eye gets obstructed, a variation can be felt in the eye. Such a condition can either hinder the opacity of the eyes slightly or completely. This condition is known as a Cataract. If cataract condition is left untreated in the early stages, it can [...]
Jaundice is generally defined as the skin and the whites of the eyes turning yellow, caused by an amassing of bilirubin in the blood. Other Jaundice conditions include pale brown feces and itching. Jaundice is not a disease in nature and basically a symptom of a more serious illness. The jaundice symptoms can be best [...]
Inflammation is considered to be quite helpful as a treatment method for the body’s defense system. Inflammation generally restricts the spread of infection to the parts of the body and acts as a layer between the outer environment and the affected area. Redness and soreness around the affected area will generally be observed in case [...]
People who after reaching the age of 30 will start to notice many changes. However in this case, the focus will be more on the varicose veins symptoms and the factors affecting the appearance of the leg. Causes of Varicose veins This condition can occur if the affected person has a history of varicose veins [...]
Heart beats taking place irregularly is said to be the condition known as atrial fibrillation. This condition is a medical emergency although it not being life-threatening. It’s symptoms must be identified at the earliest and treatment administered. Causes The main cause for such heart beats to occur are due to abnormal impulses of the organ. [...]
Extensive emotional and physical damage are caused due to a serious eating disorder called Anorexia Nervosa. Normally, people afflicted with disorder are formalists with less pride and have a phobia to lose weight. A person who is in quest for becoming thin can make him/her prone to dangerous secondary ailments. Causes This disorder is mainly [...]